William Gomis struggles to step on scale at UFC 301 weigh-ins, bout cancelled
William Gomis came in a little light for UFC 301. And for good reason.
At Friday’s official weigh-ins, the French featherweight came in at 143 pounds for his bout with Jean Silva, well under the limit for the division. MMA Fighting’s Guilherme Cruz reported that Gomis’ rough showing on the scale came shortly after the fighter vomited backstage.
William Gomis did not look good on the scale but still made weight (143 pounds with clothes on) for a featherweight bout. Apparently he threw up moments before weighing in. Commission doctors were following him closely.
— Guilherme Cruz (@guicruzzz) May 3, 2024
Jean Silva, his opponent, made weight at 146 pounds.
Watch footage of Gomis’ weigh-in above.
Gomis was visibly uncomfortable on the scale. After his weigh-in, he slowly exited the room with assistance from staff. MMA Fighting’s Mike Heck confirmed that Gomis’ bout has been cancelled, following an initial report from RMC Sport Combat.
Gomis was hoping to improve to 4-0 in the UFC with a win over Silva, while Silva sought his second win of 2024 after a first-round finish of Westin Wilson this past January.
Watch another angle of Gomis’ weigh-in below, courtesy of UFC France.
Pesée validée pour le jaguar @WilliamGomisMMA ⚖️ 64,9 kg (143 lb)
— UFC France (@UFCFRA) May 3, 2024
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